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What is the colour of the live wire?
Think about the wire that carries power to your devices.
What does the earth wire do?
Consider why an electric shock must be avoided.
What colour is the live wire?
It's the wire that brings power to the appliance.
True or False: The neutral wire is usually red.
Look at the colour coding we discussed.
You are an electrician wiring a new house. You notice the live and neutral wires are connected incorrectly. Describe the potential risks involved and how to rectify the issue.
What happens if you touch an incorrectly wired appliance?
If a household circuit uses a green wire where a black or blue should be, what could be the consequences, and how can you avoid them?
Think about the purpose of safety measures in wiring.
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